first time on forums 1986 VL Calais

[detox_nath83]

Still need to open both
Bleed bolts to get the air out.
Thermostat opens around 90 degrees from memory tridon open slightly hotter

 

[87RB30VL]

When I bled mine last, I just ran the car with the heater on till' my aftermarket temp gauge ran about 85 - 90, then did the bottle-funnel method and bled both bolts. Isn't worth risking it when it could blow your engine

 

[calais24/7]

i didnt read your post, but is your panhard an adjustable one? and make sure all 6 of your exhaust hangers are on prooperly and arnt cracked or sagged

 

[pricey3682]

hi calais 24/7. turns out i put it in the wrong way. all good now haha

 

[pricey3682]

Quick update

Got my regs and motors for the power windows today, will fit them up after work

 

[pricey3682]

only got to it yesterday, but both my front power windows are in operation now! a bit slow but working along with the new main switch i purchased.

also my upgraded sway bar kit and control and trailing arms arrived and i will be fitting them this and/or next weekend and hopefully have the new lowered suspension in in the same week so she'll be sitting nicely

 

[pricey3682]

About to change :
- oil and filter
- spark plugs and leads
-fuel filter

Will be doing the uni joints and centre bearing on Saturday.

 

[87RB30VL]

Lookin good man, gettin there!

 

[pricey3682]

loooong process but i cant wait until its at a point where im satisfied

 

[Stretchomatic]

Very nice, in regard to the HID question at the beginning, I have HIDs in my VL and they work really well, nothing has melted anyway. I get flashed on and off, so i think with some adjustment down they will be fine.